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===Antiques===

===Antiques===

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* <buy name="Excelsior Coin" alt="" address="449 2nd St" directions="" phone="+1 952 474-4789" url="http://www.excelsiorlive.com/antiques-excelsior-mn/excelsior-coin" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">Excelsior Coin and Collectibles has been in business for more tan 30 years. They have extensive knowledge of collectible coins, gold and silver and buy and sell on site.</buy>

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* <buy name="Excelsior Coin" alt="" address="449 2nd St" directions="" phone="+1 952 474-4789" url="http://www.excelsiorlive.com/antiques-excelsior-mn/excelsior-coin" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">Excelsior Coin and Collectibles has been in business for more than 30 years. They have extensive knowledge of collectible coins, gold and silver and buy and sell on site.</buy>

* <buy name="The Bungalow" alt="" address="229 Water St" directions="" phone="+1 952 474-4537" url="http://www.excelsiorlive.com/downtown-excelsior-mn-shopping/the-bungalow-excelsior" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">The Bungalow offers a collection of swimwear not only from around the country, but around the world! From beach bags, handbags, handcrafted jewelry, flip flops, sunglasses and browning lotion The Bungalow has it all.</buy>

* <buy name="The Bungalow" alt="" address="229 Water St" directions="" phone="+1 952 474-4537" url="http://www.excelsiorlive.com/downtown-excelsior-mn-shopping/the-bungalow-excelsior" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">The Bungalow offers a collection of swimwear not only from around the country, but around the world! From beach bags, handbags, handcrafted jewelry, flip flops, sunglasses and browning lotion The Bungalow has it all.</buy>

* <buy name="Excelsior Bay Books" alt="" address="36 Water St" directions="" phone="+1 952 401-0932" url="http://www.excelsiorlive.com/downtown-excelsior-mn-shopping/excelsior-bay-books" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">An intimate setting on picturesque Water Street. This bookstore stands out based on its friendly staff, well chosen book selection, and perfect location. If they don’t have it, they’re more than happy to find it and order it for you.</buy>

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* <buy name="Excelsior Bay Books" alt="" address="36 Water St" directions="" phone="+1 952 401-0932" url="http://www.excelsiorbaybooks.net/" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">An intimate setting on picturesque Water Street. This bookstore stands out based on its friendly staff, well chosen book selection, and perfect location. If they don’t have it, they’re more than happy to find it and order it for you.</buy>

*<eat name="318 Cafe" alt="" address="318 Water St" directions="" phone="+1 952 401-7902" url="http://www.excelsiorlive.com/excelsior-mn-restaurants/318-cafe/" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">318 is a quaint cafe located on Water Street and offers a small town feel with an urban vibe. Come for lunch or drop in later to catch a local artist and enjoy a glass of wine or beer.</eat>

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*<eat name="318 Cafe" alt="" address="318 Water St" directions="" phone="+1 952 401-7902" url="http://www.three-eighteen.com/" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">318 is a quaint cafe located on Water Street and offers a small town feel with an urban vibe. Come for lunch or drop in later to catch a local artist and enjoy a glass of wine or beer.</eat>

*<eat name="Licks Ice Cream" alt="" address="31 Water St" directions="" phone="+1 952 474-4791" url="http://www.excelsiorlive.com/excelsior-restaurants-dining/licks-ice-cream/" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">A locally owned ice cream parlor that features homemade wafﬂe cones, ice cream and soft serve yogurt. Just a short walk to the public docks. Lickʼs is open by the season (usually May thru October) and is a local favorite for both young and old.</eat>

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*<eat name="Licks Unlimited" alt="" address="31 Water St" directions="" phone="+1 952 474-4791" url="http://lakeminnetonka.patch.com/listings/licks-unlimited" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">A locally owned ice cream parlor that features homemade wafﬂe cones, ice cream and soft serve yogurt. Just a short walk to the public docks. Licks is open by the season (usually May thru October) and is a local favorite for both young and old.</eat>

*<eat name="Maynards" alt="" address="685 Excelsior Blvd" directions="" phone="+1 952 470-1800" url="http://www.excelsiorlive.com/excelsior-mn-restaurants/maynards-excelsior-restaurant/" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">Maynards in Excelsior on Lake Minnetonka is the essence of American casual, with an expansive outdoor dining deck and bar adjoined to their own dock space that makes it a boating favorite for lunch and dinner alike.</eat>

*<eat name="Maynards" alt="" address="685 Excelsior Blvd" directions="" phone="+1 952 470-1800" url="http://www.excelsiorlive.com/excelsior-mn-restaurants/maynards-excelsior-restaurant/" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">Maynards in Excelsior on Lake Minnetonka is the essence of American casual, with an expansive outdoor dining deck and bar adjoined to their own dock space that makes it a boating favorite for lunch and dinner alike.</eat>

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*<eat name="Yumis Sushi" alt="" address="28 Water St" directions="" phone="+1 952 474-1720" url="http://www.excelsiorlive.com/excelsior-mn-restaurants/yumi-sushi-excelsior/" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">Shhh! A true local secret! Yumiʼs bustling little sushi bar is located right in the heart of downtown Excelsior where it serves the highest quality, artfully presented sushi this side of Tokyo.</eat>

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*<eat name="Yumi's Sushi" alt="" address="217 Water St" directions="" phone="+1 952 474-1720" url="http://http://www.yumissushibar.com/" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">Shhh! A true local secret! Yumi's bustling little sushi bar is located right in the heart of downtown Excelsior where it serves the highest quality, artfully presented sushi this side of Tokyo.</eat>

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==Drink==

==Drink==

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*<drink name="Haskells Bar & Grill" alt="" address="1 Water St" directions="" phone="+1 952 474-0935" url="http://www.excelsiorlive.com/excelsior-mn-restaurants/haskells-excelsior/" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">Offering a full bar, grill and happy hour Haskell’s is a great destination for a gathering after a day on the lake, and welcoming spot to meet and catch up with friends.</drink>

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*<drink name="Haskell's Bar & Grill" alt="" address="1 Water St" directions="" phone="+1 952 474-0935" url="http://www.excelsiorlive.com/excelsior-mn-restaurants/haskells-excelsior/" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">Offering a full bar, grill and happy hour, Haskell’s is a great destination for a gathering after a day on the lake, and welcoming spot to meet and catch up with friends.</drink>

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*<drink name="Jake O Connors Irish Pub" alt="" address="200 Water St" directions="" phone="+1 952 908-9650" url="http://www.excelsiorlive.com/excelsior-mn-restaurants/jake-o-connors-excelsior/" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">Jake Oconnors “A public house” with Irish hospitality in Excelsior! Come for the Irish ﬂare and stay for the live music and a perfectly poured pint. Everything in this restaurant is authentic Ireland.</drink>

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*<drink name="Jake O Connor's Irish Pub" alt="" address="200 Water St" directions="" phone="+1 952 908-9650" url="http://www.excelsiorlive.com/excelsior-mn-restaurants/jake-o-connors-excelsior/" hours="" price="" lat="" long=""> A "public house” with Irish hospitality in Excelsior! Come for the Irish ﬂair and stay for the live music and a perfectly poured pint. Everything in this restaurant is authentic Ireland.</drink>

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Excelsior was founded in the 1850s as a destination for vacationers, primarily from the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. Excelsior is located along beautiful Lake Minnetonka and offers numerous lake cruises and beaches. Throughout the years, Excelsior's Water Street has been the home to many businesses, including hotels, restaurants, and merchants. Today, Excelsior works hard to maintain its historical identity while renewing various elements of the downtown area.

Excelsior Commons, Lake St, ☎+1 952 474-5233. At the north end of town is The Commons park and recreation area with a swimming beach, playground, tennis courts, baseball diamonds, and picnicking.edit

Lake Minnetonka Historical Society, 305 Water St, ☎+1 952 221-4766, [1]. The Society’s museum and archives are free and open to the public, and hold the largest collection of historic artifacts and documents in the area.edit

The Excelsior Trolley, 305 Water St, ☎+1 952 922-1096, [2]. Old trolley No. 78, a streetcar that originally ran from Minneapolis to Excelsior in the 1920s, has been restored and now runs between the Bayside Grille and the Farmer's Market in Excelsior. It's a charming experience that no one should miss. Operated by the Minnesota Streetcar Museum, which also operates the Como-Harriet streetcar line in Linden Hills, Minneapolis.$2 single ride or $5 day pass (also includes rides on the Como-Harriet streetcar). edit

Lady of the Lake Paddle Wheel, 8 Water St, ☎+1 952 929-1209, [3]. Enjoy a beautiful Minnesota day or evening on the premier Lake Minnetonka charter boat, the Lady of the Lake.edit

The Queen of Excelsior Cruises, 10 Water St, ☎+1 952 470-8439, [4]. Every Sunday, May through September, the QE offers a public Sunday Brunch. Cruising the pristine waters of Lake Minnetonka with friends or family is a great way to spend a Sunday.edit

Old Log Theater, 5185 Meadville St, ☎+1 952 474-5951, [7]. Recognized as one of the most popular theaters in the U.S., the Old Log offers contemporary plays and comedies year-round and the theater's company of Equity actors include some of the finest talent in the Midwest.edit

Water Street in downtown Excelsior is lined with specialty stores and smart eateries. There are also shops located along 2nd and 3rd Streets, which run perpendicular to Water Street. Metered parking is available along Water Street, public parking is also available off 3rd Street. This historic shopping district offers a wide range of family owned and small town shops catering to many tastes.

Excelsior Coin, 449 2nd St, ☎+1 952 474-4789, [8]. Excelsior Coin and Collectibles has been in business for more than 30 years. They have extensive knowledge of collectible coins, gold and silver and buy and sell on site.edit

Mary O'neil Antiques Excelsior, 221 Water St, ☎+1 952 470-0205, [10]. Her consignees come from all over the US, including one from Germany. The store always has a change in furnishings as consignments arrive daily.edit

Petunias Excelsior, 421 3rd St, ☎+1 952 474-0461, [11]. Petunia’s in Excelsior is an exquisite mix of eclectic, vintage and newly discovered finds that brings you the most unique items for your home and garden.edit

Ooh La La, 274 Water St, ☎+1 952 474-1743, [12]. Two great store ideas within one place that truly compliment each other. Ooh La La features fashionable handbags, tees Voltage shoes and accessories at affordable-chic prices.edit

Impact Clothing, 266 Water St, ☎+1 952 470-1300, [13]. A great place to find cool jeans, shirts and men’s accessories from brands like Fender and Rvtdcru. 100% net proceeds from their Global Missions products will go toward “World Vision” missions.edit

Zelaz Clothing, 287 Water St, ☎+1 952 920-1044, [14]. Zelaz offers chic fashions for everyday and special occasions. Their uncommon clothing will inspire and delight you, and their basics will help complete your look.edit

The Bungalow, 229 Water St, ☎+1 952 474-4537, [16]. The Bungalow offers a collection of swimwear not only from around the country, but around the world! From beach bags, handbags, handcrafted jewelry, flip flops, sunglasses and browning lotion The Bungalow has it all.edit

Capers Excelsior Gifts, 205 Water St, ☎+1 952 474-1715, [17]. Capers is THE place to ﬁnd the gift for that hard to buy for person. Located in the historic old Excelsior soda fountain, this store carries the charm and variety that every shopper loves.edit

The Soap Box, 350 2nd St, ☎+1 952 474-4652, [18]. Situated in Paris Tailor’s, The Soap Box carries a select range of scented soaps and oils from around the world.edit

Excelsior Bay Books, 36 Water St, ☎+1 952 401-0932, [24]. An intimate setting on picturesque Water Street. This bookstore stands out based on its friendly staff, well chosen book selection, and perfect location. If they don’t have it, they’re more than happy to find it and order it for you.edit

Heritage II, 50 Water St, ☎+1 952 474-1231, [25]. Offers the best traditions of Nordic, British and Celtic lifestyle in products that reflect yesterday, today and tomorrow.edit

318 Cafe, 318 Water St, ☎+1 952 401-7902, [26]. 318 is a quaint cafe located on Water Street and offers a small town feel with an urban vibe. Come for lunch or drop in later to catch a local artist and enjoy a glass of wine or beer.edit

Licks Unlimited, 31 Water St, ☎+1 952 474-4791, [31]. A locally owned ice cream parlor that features homemade wafﬂe cones, ice cream and soft serve yogurt. Just a short walk to the public docks. Licks is open by the season (usually May thru October) and is a local favorite for both young and old.edit

Maynards, 685 Excelsior Blvd, ☎+1 952 470-1800, [32]. Maynards in Excelsior on Lake Minnetonka is the essence of American casual, with an expansive outdoor dining deck and bar adjoined to their own dock space that makes it a boating favorite for lunch and dinner alike.edit

Yumi's Sushi, 217 Water St, ☎+1 952 474-1720, [33]. Shhh! A true local secret! Yumi's bustling little sushi bar is located right in the heart of downtown Excelsior where it serves the highest quality, artfully presented sushi this side of Tokyo.edit

Haskell's Bar & Grill, 1 Water St, ☎+1 952 474-0935, [34]. Offering a full bar, grill and happy hour, Haskell’s is a great destination for a gathering after a day on the lake, and welcoming spot to meet and catch up with friends.edit

Jake O Connor's Irish Pub, 200 Water St, ☎+1 952 908-9650, [35]. A "public house” with Irish hospitality in Excelsior! Come for the Irish ﬂair and stay for the live music and a perfectly poured pint. Everything in this restaurant is authentic Ireland.edit

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